1. What would you consider to be your Kryptonite as an author?
Distractions. While writing, I'm easily torn from my thoughts. My hubby gifted me a pair of noise-canceling headphones…they are excellent but now, to get my attention, my family has to jump around or tap me on the shoulder. Did I mention I scare easily?
2.
If you could tell your younger writing self anything, what would it be?
As
in life, never give up. Take a break if you need it, but never give up. You may
find that life steps in altering your dream, and that is okay.
3.
Favorite childhood memory involving books?
Those
Disney books that came with a cassette tape - readalongs. "You'll know it
is time to turn the page when the chimes ring like this. *chimes* Let's begin
now." I couldn't get enough of those books!
4.
If you could dine with any literary character, who would it be and why?
Terry
Pratchett's character DEATH. The guy gets a bad rap for what is only his job.
Bet he would like to unwind, maybe share a few tales not mentioned in Sir
Pratchett's books.
5.
What fantastical fictional world would you want to live in (if any) given the
chance?
Every
place has its pros and cons. I'll stick with North Dakota.
6.
Did you want to be an author when you grew up?
No,
I originally wanted to be a nun. I became a veterinarian instead.
7.
If you had to describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
Crazy
haired weirdo (my older daughter suggested that, and I don’t disagree)
8.
What’s one movie you like recommending to others?
The
Princess Bride.
9.
If you could own any animal as a pet, what would it be?
An elephant. Then it
could give my dog a bath.
10.
What is the first book that made you cry?
If
it wasn't Wind in the Willows, then it was The Black Stallion back in grade
school. Yes, yes. I've been told I'm too sensitive. Whatever. I can't make
myself not cry when the mood strikes.
11.
How long, on average, does it take you to write a book?
I
work full-time, so my writing time is essentially spare moments and stolen
hours, where I ignore my family (sorry!). Inside Voices took about 6 years, BUT
I learned a lot and hope the next books go more quickly.
12.
How do you select the names of your characters?
I
tried to avoid the names of friends or family for Inside Voices. Lists of baby
names, name origin lists were my go-to references. It's exciting to name
characters. I have all these children (of my mind) that I can call whatever I
want!
13.
What creature do you consider your "spirit animal" to be?
Are
we talking about real animals? If so, it's probably a horse...erm, a fat pony
who doesn’t like her feet handled.
14.
What are your top 5 favorite movies?
The
Princess Bride, The Man From Snowy River, The Last Unicorn, Monty Python's
Search for the Holy Grail, and Goonies.
15.
If you were the last person on Earth, what would you do?
Wouldn't
that be terribly lonely? Hopefully, there would be dogs. And books. I'd have to
wander to a warmer place, definitely with a beach. I'm sure I'd find plenty of
things to do. I mean, I'm really good at creating work for myself now! Ha
16.
Do you have any advice for aspiring writers?
The
book won't write itself. So start. Anywhere. The beginning, middle, end. Just
start writing. And be patient. It will take time, and you will become
frustrated and convinced it's garbage. So write from the heart and for
yourself. Let it sit before you begin editing. Then hire a professional editor
to show you how to improve your work.
17.
What is your favorite genre to read?
Sci-fi/fantasy
- dark thrillers.
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